Love the writeup! I love Kermit's picks as they are generally good and inexpensive (expect for his burgs and some CdP that have increased in the last few years). Love his Bandols, his Irogouy, etc. His beaujolais are great too (Foillard).

As for Raveneau, I love his stuff. And yes, there is little new oak in his wines. if this guy is anywhere as good, I'm gonna hafta find it cuz Raveneau is generally a $100+ bottle in these here parts. Had a 2003 MdT lately.